Expect to See More of these Kitchen Cabinet Trends in 2018

The perfect kitchen is different for everyone. And for most of us, that definition changes as our lifestyles change, as trends come and go, and as technological improvements make new products available to consumers.

Although the year isn’t over quite yet—2017 solidified a few trends that have been catching on in the last few years. From enameled appliances to engineered stone countertops, several promising kitchen trends caught our eye, but we couldn’t help but notice how far cabinets have come in the last decade and even this past year. Among the many interesting cabinet trends that came to prominence in 2017, these three rank high on our list of favorites:

When you think about transitional design, a neutral color palate probably comes to mind. Monochromatic schemes in all-white, beige, and gray—an increasingly popular choice—have become the norm, but that doesn’t mean there’s no room for a little innovation.

Now, color is making its way into transitional and traditional kitchens everywhere, in decorative tiles, cabinets and even appliances (like this stunning Viking range). In 2017, we saw a surge of homeowners opting for bold, colorful cabinets, especially in navy blue. If you love the contrast of a rich hue against a white or beige palate, but don’t want to paint over the grain of your cabinets, try a dark stain that will make the glittery white of your quartz counters look extra bright.

And the good news for people who still love their all-white kitchens? The look is still a classic, and won’t go away anytime soon. But you can update the look by refinishing your kitchen island in a complementary color to add contrast.